Maintenance Engineer

Fairlane Hotel; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO beginning on day one

401(k) program

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Complimentary parking

Discounted meals

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Fairlane Hotel in Nashville, TN is seeking an Engineer to perform hands-on maintenance and repair work across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry systems. This on-property, full-time role handles guest and staff work orders, preventive maintenance, and emergency responses to keep the hotel running smoothly.

Ideal candidates bring 1+ years in a hotel or similar setting, the ability to follow instructions, and a safety-conscious, team-oriented attitude.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of hands-on maintenance experience in a hotel, commercial building, or related trade setting.
• Working knowledge of at least one core trade area (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or carpentry), with willingness to cross-train.
• Ability to follow instructions, complete assigned work independently, and communicate status clearly.
• Comfort with basic workorder software (Optii a plus).
• A reliable, safety-conscious, team-oriented approach.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs., climb ladders, work at heights and maneuver in tight spaces.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily repairs across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, drywall, and general finish work.
• Respond to guest and staff work orders promptly and with minimal disruption to the guest experience.
• Maintain guest rooms, public areas, F&B outlets and three commercial kitchens, the rooftop, and backofhouse spaces to Fairlane's standards.
• Complete assigned work orders in the Optii platform, logging status and closing out each request with a clear record.
• Prioritize urgent guest-impacting issues and communicate delays to the Engineering Supervisor or Chief Engineer.
• Follow up to confirm repairs and resolve the original issue before closing a request.
• Carry out assigned preventive maintenance on schedule and fully documented.
• Support the upkeep of mechanical, HVAC, refrigeration, watersupply, electrical, and elevator systems.
• Report developing issues or unusual wear promptly, particularly on the building's original 1970s systems.
• Respond to engineering-related emergencies as directed, including fire alarm activations, flooding, power outages, and equipment failures.
• Maintain working familiarity with building emergency systems, shutoffs, and evacuation routes.
• Follow all safety protocols and immediately flag any lifesafety concern to a supervisor.
• Support Front Office, Housekeeping, and F&B with prompt, courteous service on shared spaces and equipment.
• Keep work areas, tools, and shared equipment clean, organized, and ready for the next shift.

Skills

HVAC

Electrical

Plumbing

Carpentry

Optii

Job description

About Fairlane Hotel

Fairlane Hotel is a 79-room independent boutique property in downtown Nashville, constructed in the early 1970s and fully gut-renovated in 2017. The building includes three commercial kitchens, a full-service restaurant, rooftop amenity spaces, and the full complement of back-of-house mechanical systems expected of a historic urban property.

Maintenance Engineer

Fairlane Hotel | Nashville, TN

Full-Time | Hourly | On-Property

Position Summary

Fairlane Hotel is seeking an Engineer to perform the hands‑on maintenance and repair work that keeps the property running. This is an active, in-the-field trade role.

The Engineer completes guest and staff work orders, carries out preventive maintenance, and responds to mechanical issues across guest rooms, public spaces, and back‑of‑house areas.

Responsibilities

Hands‑On Maintenance & Repairs

• Complete daily repairs across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, drywall, and general finish work
• Respond to guest and staff work orders promptly and with minimal disruption to the guest experience
• Maintain guest rooms, public areas, F&B outlets and three commercial kitchens, the rooftop, and backofhouse spaces to Fairlane's standards

Work Order Execution

• Complete assigned work orders in the Optii platform, logging status and closing out each request with a clear record
• Prioritize urgent guestimpacting issues and communicate delays to the Engineering Supervisor or Chief Engineer
• Follow up to confirm repairs and resolve the original issue before closing a request

Preventive Maintenance & Asset Care

• Carry out assigned preventive maintenance on schedule and fully documented
• Support the upkeep of mechanical, HVAC, refrigeration, watersupply, electrical, and elevator systems
• Report developing issues or unusual wear promptly, particularly on the building's original 1970s systems

Emergency Response & Life Safety

• Respond to engineeringrelated emergencies as directed, including fire alarm activations, flooding, power outages, and equipment failures
• Maintain working familiarity with building emergency systems, shutoffs, and evacuation routes
• Follow all safety protocols and immediately flag any lifesafety concern to a supervisor

Teamwork & Professionalism

• Support Front Office, Housekeeping, and F&B with prompt, courteous service on shared spaces and equipment
• Keep work areas, tools, and shared equipment clean, organized, and ready for the next shift

Qualifications

Required

• 1+ years of handson maintenance experience in a hotel, commercial building, or related trade setting
• Working knowledge of at least one core trade area (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or carpentry), with willingness to crosstrain
• Ability to follow instructions, complete assigned work independently, and communicate status clearly
• Comfort with basic workorder software (Optii a plus)
• A reliable, safetyconscious, teamoriented approach
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. unassisted, climb ladders, work at heights, and maneuver in tight spaces

Preferred

• Experience in a boutique or independent hotel setting
• Trade school training or relevant certifications in a mechanical discipline
• Experience working in an older building with legacy mechanical systems

Schedule

On‑property position. Fairlane Hotel operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Must be available for rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Benefits

• PTO beginning on the first day of hire for all associates
• 401(k) program, eligible after 6 months, for fall associates
• Health, dental, and vision insurance effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment for fulltime associates
• Complimentary parking for all associates
• Discounted meals at Modern Love for all associates
• Opportunities for advancement within a growing boutique hotel group

Fairlane Hotel is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of Nashville and the guests we serve.